FAQ

Contact me as soon as possible. I may still have availability! I typically reserve space for only one bouquet per week, although I can sometimes be more flexible when reservations are made well in advance. Last-minute availability is limited, so the sooner you reach out, the better the chance I can accommodate your date.

You want to keep your flowers out of extreme tempertures and sunlight to make sure I receive it looking as close as possible to what it looked like on your wedding day. Try to keep it in a cool, dry place, and in water until we're able to meet.

I offer free pick-up and drop-off of flowers with a 10-mile radius of my Pittsburgh studio: zip code 15212. If you live farther I can meet you within a 20-mile radius for an additional fee, or receive shipments of your special flowers to my studio and can ship your finished piece back to you within the United States. I want to make this process as stress-free as possible- you've got enough to think about an plan for your wedding already. Floral preservation shouldn't be another stressor.

Unfortunately, due to regulations surrounding the shipment of fresh florals between borders, I am unable to accept flowers from outside of the U.S.

As an artist, I'm always up for a challenge, but there are certain florals that do not preserve as well as others. These include calla lilies, king protea and any high moisture flower. I am unable to preserve plants (like succulents) and recommend you remove them from your bouquet, or I can plant them for you if you wish.

Some flowers dry darker, such as red roses. Some flowers like lilies and orchids dry very thin and can look translucent once embedded in the resin. Some white roses dry more yellow than others and can have a "vintage" look to them.

Once receiving your bouquet, I will carefully evaluate each flower and piece of greenery. Not all the flowers in your bouquet will make it to your finished piece- I only use the best ones.

At this time, I am not able to accept flowers from funerals or other special occasions. As this is not my full-time work and I have a generally busy schedule day-to-day, the floral preservation work I do must be scheduled well in advance to ensure I have the time, energy, and availability to put in my best work for your piece.

Generally, no. My drying process is specifically designed to prepare flowers for resin preservation, and I cannot guarantee the condition, moisture content, color stability, or resin compatibility of flowers dried using another method. Even flowers that appear fully dry may discolor, develop bubbles, become translucent, or otherwise be damaged during the resin process. Because I cannot guarantee a successful outcome with flowers I did not dry myself, I typically only work with flowers that have been preserved through my own process.

I recommend displaying your art somewhere in your home where you can see and enjoy it daily. A shelf, side table, desk or mantle make a perfect place (especially when paired with your favorite wedding photo). Your piece is freestanding- turn it, play with it- find which way looks best to you- no framing or mounting is necessary.

Yes, resin is a durable preservation medium and, with proper care, your piece can be enjoyed for many years. However, all resin is UV-sensitive and will naturally change in color over time, even when kept out of direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to sunlight, especially in a bright window, can accelerate yellowing and other signs of aging. I recommend displaying your piece away from constant direct sunlight and avoiding areas with extreme heat to help preserve its appearance for as long as possible.

No. Each piece is a handmade work of art, and part of its character comes from the natural variation in both the flowers and the resin process. Every flower dries differently and may react differently once cast in resin, and small bubbles, subtle surface variations, minor marks along the sides from unmolding, or other handmade imperfections may be present. I carefully finish each piece with the goal of creating a clear, polished front and back, but I do not promise factory-made perfection. Your flowers are organic, your piece is handmade, and no two finished works will ever look exactly alike.

Because each piece is custom-made specifically for you, all sales are final and returns are not accepted. However, if you have a concern or question about your finished piece, please contact me directly so I can review the issue with you.Custom items are nonrefundable. Contact me with issues and questions specifically related to your piece.

You might be able to! I would recommend a large amount of practice prior to touching your own flowers, as there are many steps that can go wrong along the way for the first time- DIYer, and even the seasoned professional. There are loads of YouTube videos out there that you may benefit from watching and learning from. Like most things wedding-related, the professionals that you hire who have time, experience, and practice are generally the best options for getting a good or service that is high quality and that will stand up to the test of time. If you have questions about the DIY process, feel free to reach out.